
Senior Manager Procurement and Supply Chain
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supervise the entire supply chain process, covering procurement, production planning, logistics, inventory supervision, and distribution.
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's business goals and objectives.
- Supervise and nurture a team of Commodity Sourcing Managers/Specialists to craft and implement successful sourcing strategies.
- Coordinate procurement and supply chain activities for localization projects, including "Product Transfers" and "New Product Introductions" (NPIs).
- Build and maintain a robust RFQ and qualification projects pipeline in collaboration with business units and global commodity leaders.
- Develop new supplier capabilities in India to capitalize on market and global opportunities.
- Work closely with internal customers and suppliers to improve Bill of Materials (BOM) costs for customer bids.
- Implement and drive cost-out initiatives to improve product costs, increase margins, and increase bid wins.
- Supervise and improve supplier performance and relationships, ensuring compliance with cost, quality, and delivery targets.
- Lead initiatives such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) deployment, lead time reduction, supplier capacity improvements, supply chain simplifications, and risk mitigation.
- Coordinate the development and execution of demand planning and forecasting processes to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts.
- Carry out price discussions and complete agreements with crucial vendors.
- Lead a team of supply chain professionals, offering mentorship, training, and development to ensure dedication.
- Develop and sustain connections with crucial vendors, bargaining for favourable conditions, and guaranteeing a consistent flow of materials.
- Supervise and analyse supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Implement standard methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency, lower costs, and boost service levels.
- Make sure to adhere to all regulatory mandates and company guidelines concerning supply chain operations.
- Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential disruptions.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
- 10 to 12 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics.
- Industrial vertical Procurement and Sourcing experience will be an advantage (Fabrication / Sheetmetal / machining / plastics / electrical & electronics)
- Proven track record of leading and developing strong supply chain teams.
- Strong strategic sourcing and supplier leadership skills.
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-cultural, and multi-time zone environment.
- Expertise in supply chain management software and tools.
- Comprehensive grasp of regulatory requirements and standard processes within the industry.